2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 318 (355 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 318 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |